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Two ways to Travel from Reading to Exeter

Composite routes from Reading to Exeter

Cheapest
2 h 39 min
Car
249 km.
from $13
Other
2 h 39 min
Rideshare
249 km.
from $9.47

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Reading to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Reading to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.62

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Reading to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$94.93–$202.52

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Basingstoke to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$189.87

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Exeter (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Exeter (Station) is to rideshare which costs $20.28 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Exeter (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Exeter (Station) is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $81.52 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Exeter (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Exeter (Station). However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Exeter via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Exeter (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Exeter St Davids. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Reading to Exeter (Station)?

The distance between Reading and Exeter (Station) is 223 km. The road distance is 249.7 km.

How do I travel from Reading to Exeter (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Exeter (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $81.52 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Reading to Exeter (Station)?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Reading to Exeter (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Exeter (Station) bus from?

Reading to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Reading station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Exeter (Station) train from?

Reading to Exeter (Station) train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Reading to Exeter (Station)?

The best way to get from Reading to Exeter (Station) is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $81.52 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Reading to Exeter (Station) bus arrive?

Reading to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Exeter station.

Where does the Reading to Exeter (Station) train arrive?

Reading to Exeter (Station) train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter Central station.

Can I drive from Reading to Exeter (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Exeter (Station) is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Reading to Exeter (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Exeter (Station)?

Book your Reading to Exeter (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Exeter (Station)?

There are 1216+ hotels available in Exeter (Station). Prices start at $35.96 per night.

Can I share a ride from Reading to Exeter (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Reading and Exeter (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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